Sunday's lineup for Media@SAfm show
This Sunday, 12 February 2012, the programme for Ashraf Garda's Media@SAfm show, 9am-11am on 104-107 FM nationwide, will include:Round Table discussion on ethics of journalism, following the "brown envelope scandal" in the Western Cape regarding alleged bribery of journalists by Ibrahim Rasool's... read more 10 Feb 2012
Dates set for IAS Masterclasses
The Independent Agency Search & Selection Company (IAS) has released the dates of its three 2012 Masterclasses to be held in Johannesburg and Cape Town, which will provide ad and marketing agencies with cutting-edge info and training on industry-related topics. The first, "Improving your... read more 7 Feb 2012
Last call to enter IABC African Gold Quill awards
The Gold Quill, the International Association of Business Communicators' (IABC) global awards competition recognising outstanding achievement in communication, is still open for entries and the final deadline is this Friday, 10 February 2012 by the close of business. All entries should be submitted... read more 6 Feb 2012
SA marketing agency wins two Bronze at RX Club Awards
The RX Club Awards, started 25 years ago to recognise and honour the creativity within the pharmaceutical advertising and promotion industry, gave two Bronze awards to healthcare marketing agency Potency, part of the OwenKessel group, for Synaleve 'Paper Towel' direct mailer and Potency... read more 2 Feb 2012
Details of John Farquhar's wake
The wake for John Farquhar, the legendary ad man and commentator who died at the weekend, will be held 12.30pm-3pm on Friday, 3 February 2012, at the Bryanston Country Club, Bryanston Drive in Bryanston, Johannesburg. [tribute page]... read more 31 Jan 2012
Apex deadline in ten days
The 2012 APEX Awards deadline is closing in. Entrants must submit entries by no later than noon on Monday 30 January 2012. Those entrants in need of extra time to finalise their submissions may apply via email to document.write('' + bRev('az;64#&oc;64#&dtlaaa;46#&xepa') +... read more 19 Jan 2012
Movember message reaches millions
The Movember moustache growing message, boosting men's awareness around health, specifically prostate cancer and other cancers that affect men, created 736 511 online conversations reaching an estimated 818 400 000 people. Carling Black Label, supporters of the campaign, and BrandsEye compiled the... read more 7 Dec 2011
Applications now open for Loeries CEO
Applications are now open for the position of CEO for the Loeries, described by Tony Koenderman as the toughest job in advertising.The CEO will take responsibility for the efficiency, effectiveness, accountability and overall performance of the Loeries, including the judging and annual awards... read more 2 Dec 2011
Reminder to book for Joburg Apex workshop
A reminder that seats are limited for the Johannesburg leg of the 2012 Apex Awards workshops on Wednesday, 30 November 2011, 2pm-4pm, at TBWA (in the auditorium). Entrants are encouraged to attend the free workshop to learn more about the entry process, how to compile a winning entry and to hear... read more 28 Nov 2011
Sunday's lineup for Media@SAfm show
This Sunday, 18 November 2011, the programme for Ashraf Garda's Media@SAfm show, 9am-11am on 104-107 FM nationwide, will include:a debate on whether the use of celebrities to endorse products has the returns for investment;
the BidorBuy lasted television commercial;
Talking to the winners of PICA... read more 18 Nov 2011
Last call for ACA board nominations
Members are urged submit their board member nominations to the ACA by no later than tomorrow, 15 November 2011. The election of the 2012 board of directors will take place at the 64th AGM on 22 November 2011 at 3pm. For more, contact the ACA on +27 (0)11 781 2772 or document.write('' +... read more 14 Nov 2011
Reminder to book for Apex Cape Town workshop
The Apex Cape Town workshop will take place tomorrow, 15 November 2011 at Ogilvy Cape Town, 1.30pm-3.30pm. Entrants are encouraged to attend this free workshop to learn more about the entry process, how to compile a winning entry and to hear from some of South Africa's leading marketers from the... read more 14 Nov 2011
Sunday's lineup for Media@SAfm show
This Sunday, 6 November 2011, Siki Mgabadeli will stand in for Ashraf Garda on the Media@SAfm show, 9am-11am on 104-107 FM nationwide, the show will include:a roundtable discussion on the ban of English advertising on Media24's Afrikaans digital platforms;
Carolyn Carew, executive producer of Born... read more 4 Nov 2011
This Sunday on Media@SAfm
This Sunday, 30 October 2011, the programme for Ashraf Garda's Media@SAfm show, 9am-11am on 104-107 FM nationwide, will include:James Monteith from BMI Sport on the media coverage and brand exposure during the 2011 Rugby World Cup;
ad of the week from Hunters Dry;
Khosi Zwane-Siguqa, editor of... read more 28 Oct 2011
Lineup for Sunday's Media@SAfm show
This Sunday, 23 October 2011, the programme for Ashraf Garda's Media@SAfm show, 9am-11am on 104-107 FM nationwide, will include:the winners of the Pendoring Awards 2011;
Dulux's "Let's Colour" moving walls advertisement;
a review of the new e-book, How to get quoted in the media, which has been... read more 21 Oct 2011
[Bookmarks 2011] Three days left to enter
For all the last-minuters, the Bookmarks Awards extended entry deadline is 21 October 2011. Visit www.thebookmarks.co.za to see all the categories and enter.. Bizcommunity is an online media partner for The Bookmarks 2011.
For more:Bizcommunity Special Section: The Bookmarks
Bizcommunity... read more 18 Oct 2011
[Bookmarks 2011] Four days left to enter
The extended deadline to enter the Bookmarks Awards is Friday, 21 October 2011. Go to the Bookmarks website to see all the categories and enter. Bizcommunity.com is an online media partner for The Bookmarks 2011.
For more:Bizcommunity Special Section: The Bookmarks
Bizcommunity search:... read more 17 Oct 2011
Lineup for Sunday's Media@SAfm show
This Sunday, 9 October 2011, the programme for Ashraf Garda's Media@SAfm show, 9am-11am on 104-107 FM nationwide, will include:should creative agencies use international celebrities to endorse local brands?
marketing manager, Jacqui Mabuza on Mango Airline;
advert of the week from... read more 7 Oct 2011
Next Chartered Marketer SA evaluation in November
The next Chartered Marketer SA evaluation is taking place at the Wits Business School from 17-19 November 2011 and is an opportunity for individuals and companies to certify their marketing skills. The programme, administered by MA(SA), is key to advancing the marketing industry by ensuring that it... read more 6 Oct 2011
[Biz Takeouts] A note on this month's shows
In case you're wondering what's been happening with the Bizcommunity/Chai FM Media & Marketing radio show this month of October 2011, since Chai FM is a Jewish community radio station and this is the month of various Jewish high holy days (Rosh Hashanah/New Year, Yom Kippur/Day of Atonement and... read more 5 Oct 2011
PenQuin International celebrates 11 years
PenQuin International originally set up in 2000 as an integrated marketing solutions business filling the gap between advertising agencies and below the line marketing companies has experienced significant growth as it celebrates its 11th birthday. 30 Aug 2011
Campaign to encourage local tourism in Cape Town
A new online campaign, '100 Days to Summer', has been launched by CapeTownMagazine.com and its partner, CityMob, to encourage Capetonians to get to know their city and surrounds through a competition where the prizes are all based in and around Cape Town. Says CityMob MD Luke Jedeikin, says, "The... read more 29 Aug 2011
ABC Notice No 7 for 2011
The Audit Bureau of Circulations (ABC) of South Africa has released Notice No 7 of 2011. It covers ratified memberships, resignations and discontinued titles, clear check audits, qualified check audits, exclusions, frequency changes, ownership changes, category changes and sector changes. Download... read more 26 Aug 2011
Use Reuters' images for campaigns
Reuters images, represented in South Africa by The Bigger Picture, has announced that it has made its images separately available on its pictures site in sections such as business, industry, health, seasons and a collection of colour hues for ease of search and identification. The images are ready... read more 26 Aug 2011
Sunday's lineup for Media@SAfm show
This Sunday, 21 August 2011, the programme for Ashraf Garda's Media@SAfm show, 9am-11am on 104-107 FM nationwide, will include:the Press Ombudsman, Joe Thloloe on The Press Council's Report on the functioning of the Press Council and the Press Ombudsman's office;
Nando's through its creative... read more 19 Aug 2011
Lineup for Sunday's Media@SAfm show
This Sunday, 14 August 2011, the programme for Ashraf Garda's Media@SAfm show, 9am-11am on 104-107 FM nationwide, will include:A look at the global trends for sport broadcasting rights with Michael Goldman from GIBS, together with the SABC
Heidi Brauer, executive manager, group marketing Comair,... read more 12 Aug 2011
Nando's welcomes Benni home
Never wanting to miss an opportunity to comment on the current happenings, Nando's has a take on Benni McCarthy's return home. The fast foodie chain has some sage (and other spicy) advice for him and not to add any pressure, reckons that his new team is expecting quite a bit from him.... read more 8 Aug 2011
Lineup for Sunday's Media@SAfm show
This Sunday, 7 August 2011, the programme for Ashraf Garda's Media@SAfm show, 9am-11am on 104-107 FM nationwide, will include:5FM DJ Gareth Cliff on the launch of his brand new app;
Avusa's response on the relations between columnists, journalists and editors;
the latest Allan Gray television... read more 5 Aug 2011
Lineup for Sunday's Media@SAfm show
This Sunday, 24 July 2011, the programme for Ashraf Garda's Media@SAfm show, 9am-11am on 104-107 FM nationwide, will include:a look at Net#work BBDO's latest Nedbank ad campaign;Doug de Villiers, group CEO of Interbrand Sampson and Thebe Ikalafeng from Brand Leadership on payoff lines;Top Billing... read more 22 Jul 2011
Reminder to book for Marketing Association of South Africa AGM
Members can submit questions in writing to MA(SA) by Friday 22 July 2011 that will be addressed at the MA(SA) AGM, to be held on Wednesday 3 August at 3pm at the Bryanston Country Club. Signed and accepted nominations must be received before 27 July 2011 and the closing date to book your seat is... read more 20 Jul 2011